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Forest Gate to Kentish Town by train
| First train | 15:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:48 | |
| Departure station | Forest Gate | |
| Arrival station | Kentish Town | |
| Journey time | From 33m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (11 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Forest Gate to Kentish Town in 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Forest Gate to Kentish Town? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 35 minutes to travel the 7 miles (11 km) from Forest Gate to Kentish Town by train, although you can get there in as little as 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Thameslink for all or at least part of your journey to Kentish Town.
Book train tickets from Forest Gate to Kentish Town in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Kentish Town by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Kentish Town
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